Walmart - Mustard Bandit Variation

October 28, 2011

Theft of Wallet

Victim

WalMart Ajijic

I had my purse in the cart at Walmart, when this elegant looking, short Mexican lady, around 50 asked me to reach something off the top shelf for her.  I got her items for her. My cart was behind me and this only took less than 5 seconds. I was done with my shopping and went to the cashier in less than 5 minutes.

By the time I got to the cashier, I looked in my bag and realized my wallet had been taken. Within 15 minutes the "team" had purchased almost $10,000 pesos worth of merchandise at Soriana's. I was able to cancel my debit cards quickly so they were not able to use it anymore. They also got money, my drivers license, FM3, among other things that are going to be a big pain to replace.

My bank told me that if I had called them the second I knew it was missing, they would had time (maybe) to cancel the card before it was used. I drove to my bank immediately when I discovered my wallet missing- thank goodness and was able to cancel it before more damage was done.

So, please keep you bank's phone number stored in your phone and call them as soon as you realize your debit cards missing and never - not for a second, take your eye off your bag.

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